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next second.

Masted's apprentices knew exactly what Infernape was doing.

Boom—!

With a deafening roar like thunder, the ground beneath Martial Arts Master Xiong's feet instantly cracked and crumbled, with surging lava gushing out.

Immediately afterwards, a huge, thick, crimson magma pillar rose from the ground, carrying an intense heat that made it hard to breathe, and shot upwards at an extremely fast speed.

"Martial Arts Master Xiong, don't take this head-on, dodge it!"

At this time.

Mastedt finally couldn't sit still any longer and roared.

Hearing Mastedt's voice and feeling the terrifying threat rising from beneath his feet, Martial Arts Master Xiong did not hesitate. He swept away the water current, mustered all his strength, and quickly dodged to the side.

boom!

!

The enormous, terrifying magma pillar, tens of meters high, was presented in a horrifying manner to everyone's eyes.

Gazing at the "Sword of the Precipice," after a brief silence, the sound of swallowing saliva rose and fell behind Ma Shide.

"This...this is the champion?"

Because of Ma Shide's reminder, and also because both sides were highly focused, the martial arts bear master was not directly hit; only the hair on his first arm was completely charred black.

It gazed at the massive rock pillar and quietly swallowed.

Is it reasonable for this Infernape to use such a move?

The clash between the two sides ended less than a perfect conclusion with the failure of this "Cliff-Breaking Sword" move.

Xia Yan, adjusting his hat, turned around and saw Ma Shide and his group of students in the woods not far behind him.

He flashed a bright smile and waved.

"Nice to meet you, Master Ma. I'm sorry for making such a mess of your beach."

The students behind Ma Shide stood there dumbfounded, staring at the dilapidated Challenge Beach, not knowing what to say for a moment.

Only Ma Shide replied with a cheerful smile, "As expected of Xiaxia, no wonder Xiao Dandan speaks highly of you, you're really amazing."

As he spoke.

Mastedt suddenly felt that his competitive spirit, which had been dormant for decades, seemed to be stirring and becoming somewhat uncontrollable.

However, now is not the time to even consider that idea.

However, after a brief moment of surprise, Martial Arts Bear Master's gaze toward Infernape and Xia Yan became even more fervent.

Visibly intense heat.

Chapter 165 Xiaxia, wanna have a battle?

Infernape wasn't particularly surprised to see Urshifu dodge its special attack.

after all.

That moment just now wasn't actually a very good opportunity.

He also understood that Xia Yan did not intend to fight to the death with Martial Arts Master Xiong.

Master Xiong had been holding back when he kicked Yaya away.

For Infernape, the desire was more about having a good, unrestrained fight with Urshifu, to test its fighting skills and combat techniques.

If we really wanted to fight to the death with Martial Arts Master Xiong, then the initial tactics shouldn't have been like this.

but.

The fact that Martial Arts Bear Master was able to dodge the "Cliff Sword" so easily demonstrates its formidable strength.

Also.

Infernape had to admit that...

Even though it focuses on fighting skills and has trained persistently for so long, it is indeed inferior to Martial Arts Bear Master in terms of fighting skills alone.

But it doesn't matter if it can't beat them; in fact, Infernape prefers Pokémon with stronger fighting skills.

This means that...

It has new learning objects and can improve its abilities.

After reaching Champion level, it, like Beedrill and Alakazam, truly felt the challenge of increasing its strength after entering Champion level.

It's no wonder that Dorombalutto, despite being at the Champion level for so long, hasn't made significant progress with each attempt.

"quack!"

Farfetch'd charged toward Infernape immediately.

Well done, monkey! I'm trash!

When faced with a duck charging towards it with its paws raised, the Infernape gently waves its paws back.

╭(●｀?′●)╯╰(●'?'●)╮

"Xiaxia, you're amazing!"

With light, nimble steps, Ma Shide swayed and walked towards Xia Yan.

After glancing at Ma Shide, Martial Arts Master Xiong nodded slightly and, without lingering, disappeared from everyone's sight in a flash.

It seems so.

They seem to be heading in the direction of the "Water Tower".

Mastedt and his disciples seemed to have gotten used to this and didn't care.

Upon hearing Ma Shide address him, Xia Yan's forehead creased with black lines.

With a helpless expression, he said, "Master Ma, could we change how we address each other?"

It's one thing for you to call Dan Di "Little Dan Dan," and Xia Yan can also address Dan Di that way, but being called "Little Xia Xia" still makes Xia Yan feel a little uneasy, and he has an urge to get goosebumps.

"Oh?"

Ma Shide blinked, then continued smiling, "So, Xia Yan-chan?"

Xia Yan: "..."

He looked up at a 45-degree angle, holding his forehead.

"Then you should just keep the original name."

Seeing Xia Yan's helpless expression made Cong Youbing extremely happy.

"Quack quack—"

There aren't many people who can make Xia Yan "suffer such a setback," except for his few teachers or a few respected elders.

But neither Professor Oak, nor Kikuko, nor even Liu Bo or Ingo would call him by that title.

No matter what.

Xia Yan is now a regional champion, so we should at least give him some face, right?

However, Mastedt used the same title for everyone, even for Dante, who later became the champion of the Gallar region and was known as the "strongest champion."

They couldn't refute him.

Hearing the duck's laughter, Xia Yan glared at it fiercely.

Turning to Ma Shide, he said, "Master Ma, I didn't prepare much for this trip. This is a small gift of top-quality ingredients to express my gratitude."

As he spoke, he took a step back, exposing Cong Youbing to the front.

"Huh?!" w(?Д?)w

The duck's expression was blank.

Infernape glanced at it sideways and shook its head helplessly.

Having been with Xia Yan for so long, don't you know what kind of personality he has?

They actually dared to laugh at him to his face.

However, Infernape hesitated for a moment before stepping forward and blocking Sirfetch'd's path, clasping its hands in a fist salute to Mastedt.

"Gah-"

Seeing the Infernape blocking her way, Duck burst into tears.

What is brotherhood?

That's what brothers are all about!

When others try to take advantage of you, you resolutely step forward.

No need to say anything more, this guy, he's totally convinced!

"Kueh? (I'm quite skilled at preparing such high-end ingredients; why don't you leave the cooking to me?)"

As Infernape spoke with its head down, it secretly swallowed.

Onion Soldier: (?????)

I treated you like a brother, but you were only after my body?

The duck patted its chest.

It was a mistake, a complete mistake.

Upon hearing this...

Ma Shide's smile widened. "Xiaxia, you're too kind. You've come all this way, why bring a gift?"

side said.

He gestured to Xia Yan to walk towards the martial arts school together.

Armor Island is not small, but fortunately, the Challenge Beach is not too far from the martial arts school where Masted and the others live.